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1/72 SCALE REPUBLIC P-47D THUNDERBOLT® "RAZORBACK" About the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Razorback The P-47 was the first single-seated fighter to be equipped with a supercharger paired with a 2000hp engine, allowing it to fly at the same high altitude as bombers. Armed with eight 12.7mm machineguns, the Thunderbolt, with the P-51 Mustang, constituted the main fighters of the US Army Air Force. This is the representation of P-47D early production that was nicknamed "razorback" because of the shape of its upper fuselage behind the cockpit. The P-47D was a high-speed, high-altitude capable fighter and escorted the allied bombers that were conducting raids over Germany. Its 1-ton payload and robustness made the Thunderbolt the perfect aircraft for ground attacking missions. ★This is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit. ★This kit is a representation of the early production P-47D that was nicknamed "razorback". The massive form of the plane, has been accurately reproduced. ★Cockpit has been reproduced in great detail. ★Three types of mirrors and twotypes of gun sights and propellers are provided. ★500lb bombs, rocket launchers and drop tanks are part of the kit. ★Decals for two different marking options are included.
